Catoblepas
Large Monstrosity · · CR 5
- Monstrosity
- Large
- Tier 2
Catoblepas is a large monstrosity, CR 5. Found in swamp. Sourced from Monsters of the Multiverse and Volo's Guide to Monsters.
Stat Block
- Challenge Rating
- 5
- Type
- Monstrosity
- Size
- Large
- Alignment
- —
- Speed
- 30 ft.
- Habitats
- Swamp
- Sources
- Monsters of the Multiverse, Volo's Guide to Monsters
Ecology
Catoblepas is a magical creature outside the normal ecological taxonomy — too constructed to be a beast, too natural to be an aberration. It is most often found in swamp regions. It is large-sized, which shapes how it hunts, hides, or fights.
Behaviour
Catoblepas is territorial and aggressive; rarely capable of negotiation in any meaningful way. Its alignment varies by individual or is irrelevant — it acts on instinct, drive, or whoever commands it. It is largely instinct-driven; complex strategy is the work of whoever (or whatever) commands it.
Origin
Catoblepas is reprinted in Monsters of the Multiverse and expanded in Volo's Guide to Monsters. Within a campaign, its existence anchors a region with the kind of weight only an old, named species carries.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Catoblepas
- What is the challenge rating of Catoblepas?
- Catoblepas is rated CR 5. The rating suits mid-tier groups.
- What type of creature is Catoblepas?
- By creature type, Catoblepas is a monstrosity, large size.
- Where does Catoblepas live?
- The bestiary places Catoblepas in Swamp.